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Do some people actually believe they are the main character and everyone else is an NPC/BOT? What mental disorder would that be if so?

asked May 18, 2023 in Psychiatry by PaulBlackpool (6.4k points)

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What are some reasons why people might not want to go to addiction treatment centers or rehabs? What is the difference between these facilities and psychiatric hospitals?

asked May 18, 2023 in Psychiatry by tkingy (5.6k points)

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Is it better to consult a psychiatrist online or offline? If online, then what is the best app or psychiatrist to consult?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by LunarWhisper (5.7k points)

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Why don't the certified clinical professionals (psychologists/psychiatrists) reach out to the Cluster B's on Quora?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by jeff williams (5.5k points)

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What are some major controversies within psychiatry that people should know?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by Si_B (7.3k points)

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For people with dissociative identity disorder, can your alters be fictional characters that already exist? How is that possible?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by moss42 (7.4k points)

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Can I ever own a gun if I was admitted to a psych ward when I was 15 years old?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by Trier (6.5k points)

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Do people usually develop feelings for their psychiatrist or psychologist? If so, why does this happen?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by Question on Ferm SDS (6.9k points)

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Are there any mental illnesses that can be summed up as a lack of emotion?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by BBS (4.5k points)

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Why do they prescribe amphetamines to people with bipolar disorder?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by Chriz1 (5.6k points)

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What are some reasons why people become psychiatrists? What does a typical day look like for a psychiatrist? What are some tips on how to become a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by MysticHarmony (7.9k points)

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Why do some people get better and others don't when they have the same mental illness?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by LunarNova (6.0k points)

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Does the US require more psychiatric facilities?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by NovaPulse (6.9k points)

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If your psychiatrist starts showing interest in your personal life instead of treating you properly, how should you react?

asked May 17, 2023 in Psychiatry by Iona.top.tenement (6.3k points)

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Do psychiatrists have to choose between prescribing medications and offering psychotherapy?

asked May 16, 2023 in Psychiatry by CrystalPulse (6.0k points)

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I’m 16 years old, and I believe I’m a high functioning sociopath. I have a high IQ, I am very good at lying/manipulation, I don’t struggle socially, and lack empathy for others. Should I seek medical attention? I’m not diagnosed, but fit the symptoms

asked May 16, 2023 in Psychiatry by merlot128 (5.4k points)

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What qualifies you to prescribe Xanax from a psychiatrist?

asked May 16, 2023 in Psychiatry by Herr Trigger (7.5k points)

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I feel like something is very wrong with me. Like I miss some things inside my head or something. I can’t explain it unfortunately. I just don't feel like a normal person at all. What is happening to me?

asked May 16, 2023 in Psychiatry by RadiantTwilight (7.2k points)

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Can someone with an undiagnosed mental illness be a doctor or a lawyer?

asked May 16, 2023 in Psychiatry by JUY (6.9k points)

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What are some questions you can ask your psychiatrist to ensure they are prescribing the correct medications for you? How can you tell your psychiatrist if you think another medication would be better for you?

asked May 16, 2023 in Psychiatry by sparks06 (6.2k points)